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Gold Coast Mom Looking to Enroll 2.5 in Swimming Class
Asked by B.V. from Chicago
on August 19, 2009
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Hello. I have a terrific and energtic 2.5 year old son. He is home cared. I need to get him enrolled in a swimming program. We live in the Gold Coast in Chicago. Pl...
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- If you really want your son to learn how to swim, you're probably better off spending some money and going to a "real" place... either the YMCA (the Lakeview location)...
- Hi, not sure how far you are from Lincoln Park area but Lakeshore Athletic Club in Lincoln Park has a great program for kids. My nephew attended since he was 1.5 yrs ...
- Check out www.kidwinks.com to search for all sorts of kid-friendly events, activities, restaurants (there's a calendar in the restaurant section where you can click on...
Need West Coast Vacation Ideas
Asked by M.J. from Sacramento
on March 28, 2012
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We were originally planning on visiting grandparents in Michigan in August, but have discovered airfare will run more than $750/person! I suspect we won't end up going...
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- How about gold country - Sierra foothills, around Murphys or Angels Camp. There are a lot of things to do and the weather is always great in the summer.
- My three boys were about that age when we took a N. CA road trip. A drive up Highways 1/101 and/or 5 offer lots of places to see and things to do. There's a "skunk" ...
- we stay at hotels on the outskirts of Yosemite and drive in for the day. Also a road trip up the 1 in amazing, you can stay in hotels the whole way. Big Sur is gorge...
Looking for Great Ob/gyn in Gold Coast Area
Asked by P. from Chicago
on February 12, 2006
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If I was brave enough, I'd deliver in a birthing center or at home. I love the quality of care and the unobtrusive approach to childbirth. Most important to me is havi...
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- Hi! You may want to think about a midwife. They take the "medical" out of pregnancy and delivery and will give you an epidural if you would like. Most midwifeves wil...
- Hi P., I liked the Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group. The number is ###-###-####. It's an Obstetrics and Gynecology group with obgyn and midwifes. I liked the ...
- Hi P. I used Scott Mosses out of NWM Hopsital. He was great and I liked his practice very much. Also, the nurse midwives in that practice are wonderful. Two that co...
16 Hour Plane Trip with 11 Month Old Twins
Asked by J.C. from Anchorage
on January 26, 2008
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We are taking our first big airplane trip (from Fairbanks to the MS Gulf Coast) with our twins. They will be riding on our laps. We have several flights with layover...
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- Hi J., I grew up in Anchorage but live in Oregon now. Baggage check your carseats..they dont count as luggage and you dont want to have to carry them around the airp...
- Hi J.... I just did a 12 hour trip with my 30 month and 13 month olds the beginning of January. The best thing for us was a portable dvd player and a few movies. I ...
- Hi J.. You should definitely contact the airline you're flying with to confirm, but normally strollers and/or carseats don't count against your checked baggage limi...
How to Survive a 13 Hour Plane Trip with a 17 Month Old??
Asked by A.B. from Portland
on May 18, 2010
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My husband and I are flying from West coast US to Australia next month with our 17 month old son. His favorite word is down and he is NOT a cuddler!!! I am starting to...
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- My daughter was about your son's age last time we flew to Europe. I took plenty of new knick/knacks and toys, drinks, snack food (take whatever he likes, not the time...
- Play-doh or silly putty worked beautifully when we just did a 6 hour flight. Your son will sleep at least part of the time and hopefully you're flying at a time that h...
- A., You will need to pack a lot of patience for the flight. Try getting a seat in the front like a bassinet row non-bassinet seat and take a light blanket with you. In...
Counseling Suggestions
Asked by R.A. from Chicago
on January 18, 2012
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I have been struggling with some personal issues - mainly how to channel frustration and anger in a positive way, especially but not solely in relationship to my galac...
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- R., while you may also want to explore counseling, a GREAT resource for parents/teachers of "challenging" kids is Kirk Martin of Celebrate Calm. The website is: www.c...
- There should be a number you can call for Blue Cross and ask them for a referal in your area. Once they give you the name of someone, Google that Dr. and see what is ...
- Perhaps your "galactically stubborn, argumentative 8yo" is mimicking your "frustration and anger"?
Your Favorite Restaurant Downtown
Asked by N.R. from Chicago
on March 1, 2012
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Hi Moms, I'm looking for a restaurant downtown to take a friend I haven't seen in ages who will be in Chicago for one night. This friend loves great food and I'd love ...
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- Cafe Ba-Ba-Ree-Ba. it's in Lincoln Park - Halstead & Armitage. It's my favorite place in the city. I LOVE their bacon wrapped dates. And they have fabulous sangria...
- I recently was in a similar situation. I took my friend to the Bridge House Tavern (321 N. Clark). I had been there a coupld of times before after a friend introduce...
- If you enjoy Italian food, you will LOVE Bella Notte on Grand Ave (at Noble). Everything there is delicious! You can order off the menu or just tell them what you li...
Hints for Flying with 3 Kids
Asked by R.R. from Denver
on June 30, 2008
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We are flying to the east coast next Tuesday with a 6 1/2 yr old, 4 yr old, and 6 month old. What are some "must haves" or "nice to have" as far as equipment or dispo...
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- Definately gate check the stroller. Having it during a layover and for the long walk through the airport is a lifesaver. I also highly recommend a change of clothes ...
- We just did the same trip in May. We were lucky to have a direct flight to Baltimore, then to VA (my parents), then to Nags Head NC. It was so much fun. My kids are...
- Hi R., Diaper wipes to keep hands clean, good healthy snacks, some with protein, crayons and paper, coloring books, tic tac toe is good when they are tired of drawing...
Any Good Game Ideas for a Long Road Trip?
Asked by T.R. from Los Angeles
on August 1, 2009
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I have a four and six year old and we're travelling to the Gold Country in California this summer-about and 8 hour drive for us-and I was trying to think of some good ...
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- I always enjoyed interacting with my sons when we took trips. We did oral games...you children should be old enough for some: 1. "I packed my suitcase and in it I p...
- What about etch a sketch and doodle art type things? There are also hand held tic tax toe type games. I think Big Lots may have a lot of those type games.
- All the old fashioned road games are still good (the license plate game -- with your help), I Spy, 20 questions, Travel Bingo (with pictures), etc. There are so many ...
Seeking Ob/gyn for Swedish Covenant or Open to More Natural Practices
Asked by M.M. from Chicago
on September 27, 2006
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Hi, I gave birth to my last child in Germany, and though my OB/Gyn there was really up on all the latest medical stuff, she also had a "common sense" approach. I felt...
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- Hi M. I don't know too much about the area hospitals since I had both of my babies at home. If you'd like information about the homebirth practices in the area, I'd...
- My doc is Maura Brennan. I have used her for over 10 years and followed her from hospital to hospital. But I am sad to say that I was NOT happy with my experience at ...
- I just delivered with the midwives at Swedish Covenant and had a great experience. I did not have any problems with the hospital - and since the other person did not ...
